Victoria Ferrara-Loris, Esq.

Biography

Victoria T. Ferrara, Esq., has been practicing law in the area of assisted reproductive technology for over 20 years. She brings to her practice years of experience in litigation and family law, and she has represented many clients in all aspects of assisted reproduction law. Attorney Ferrara's clients come from around the world as she has represented intended parents from South America, Asia and Europe as well as numerous clients in the U.S.A.

Victoria Hopewell

Biography

Victoria Hopewell is the pen name of a Ph.D. clinical psychologist. In her private practice in New York, she has counseled some of the over 7 million infertile couples in the United States. Grade A Baby Eggs: An Infertility Memoir is based on her own personal experience.

Village Fertility Pharmacy

Biography

Village Fertility Pharmacy is a pharmacist-owned and operated specialty fertility pharmacy dedicated to providing unmatched service to medical professionals and their patients. With 25 years of experience, Village understands the unique nature of fertility treatments and is devoted to building committed relationships, providing compassionate support, low cash pricing and 24-hour customer care.

Wendy Chang, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Biography

Dr. Wendy Chang is the Scientific Director of Southern California Reproductive Center. She is a skilled and experienced specialist in reproductive endocrinology, with a special focus on the hormonal basis of women’s infertility. Fluent in English, Mandarin Chinese, and French, with proficiency in medical Spanish, she brings a wealth of research and clinical expertise to benefit each patient she treats. A board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and obstetrician/gynecologist, Dr. Chang serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine at the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine and the USC Keck School of Medicine.

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Dr. Chang has a considerable scientific background, both in the laboratory and the clinic. She has given many oral presentations and invited talks about her clinical research on fertility testing, polycystic ovary syndrome and in vitro fertilization. Additionally, she has presented her investigations at meetings of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, the Endocrine Society and the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society, among others. She has published many scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals such as Fertility and Sterility and Human Fertility, as well as clinical publications such as Sexuality, Reproduction & Menopause. Dr. Chang is also co-author of book chapters on infertility, menstrual disturbance, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Dr. Chang received her Bachelor’s degree in biology from UCLA, and her medical degree from the University of California, Davis. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Harvard Medical School and affiliated training programs at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital and Children’s Hospital, Boston. She completed a three-year Clinical Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine. She is the recipient of numerous honors, including the Outstanding Resident Surgeon Award from the American Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons, and has been recognized by her fellow physicians as a Southern California “Super Doctor” since 2010.

Dr. Chang is a strong believer in education for herself and her patients. With new scientific findings announced constantly in reproductive medicine, she values staying abreast of developments in reproductive endocrinology, in vitro fertilization and other pertinent topics. Keeping current ensures that her diagnoses are scientifically accurate, and that she can always provide the most effective treatment options available. For her patients, she finds that being educated about the issues increases their understanding and level of confidence, so that they can enjoy the greatest possible benefit from their treatment.

A long time resident of Los Angeles, Dr. Chang has served on the parents’ association board of the John Thomas Dye School. She is a member Los Angeles Orphanage Guild, and serves on the executive board of the National Charity League Los Angeles Founder Chapter.

Wendy J. Schillings, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Biography

Wendy J. Schillings, MD, FACOG is a board certified reproductive endocrinologist, obstetrician and gynecologist. She is the medical director at Reproductive Medicine Associates of Pennsylvania (RMAPA).

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RMAPA’s medical team offers unmatched skills and experience while utilizing the most effective options to treat infertility. This combination of skill and experience has allowed RMAPA to achieve IVF success rates that have brought national recognition. More importantly, Dr. Schillings and the staff at RMAPA remain committed to their primary goal of providing compassionate care in a tranquil, patient focused atmosphere.

Dr. Schillings is Chief of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at LVHN. She earned her medical degree from UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School, completed her residency at Washington University in St Louis and her fellowship in reproductive endocrinology at the University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland. During her fellowship, she acquired extensive sub-specialty training in reproductive medicine and advance reproductive technology, while fine-tuning her skills in operative laparoscopy and hysteroscopy.

Dr. Schillings has authored many publications and has lectured extensively. She was honored with the Golden Apple Medical Student Teaching Award and the APGO (Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics) Excellence in Teaching Award.